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The UK’s support to the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA)

Independent scrutiny
Authors
Independent Commission for Aid Impact
Publisher
Independent Commission for Aid Impact (ICAI)
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What it examines

This review assessed UK support to IDA during 2015–2021 and awarded a green-amber rating. It found substantial UK influence and good value for money, while recommending stronger attention to climate action, inclusion, safeguards and engagement at country level.

Why it matters

Provides an independent basis for scrutinising UK IDA replenishment decisions and the reform priorities attached to those contributions.

Institutions and themes

International Development AssociationGovernance and accountabilityCapital, funding and riskImpact and value for money

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Catalogue entry reviewed 17 September 2026. The summary describes the publication’s analysis; it does not establish that historical findings remain current.